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  • 1Section of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, The University of Chicago Medical Center, Chicago, IL 60636, USA. hhall1@surgery.bsd.uchicago.edu

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Peripheral aneurysms, often found incidentally, require repair if large or symptomatic. Imaging defines the aneurysm, and treatment involves surgical or endovascular repair, with specific options for femoral pseudoaneurysms.

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Axillary aneurysmBrachial aneurysmFemoral pseudoaneurysmPeripheral aneurysm

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • Peripheral aneurysms are vascular abnormalities that can be asymptomatic or cause symptoms due to local compression or rupture.
  • Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial for preventing complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the presentation, diagnosis, and management of peripheral aneurysms.
  • To outline current treatment strategies for peripheral and femoral pseudoaneurysms.

Main Methods:

  • Review of diagnostic modalities including ultrasonography, computed tomography angiography, and magnetic resonance angiography.
  • Discussion of surgical (resection with interposition grafting) and endovascular repair techniques.
  • Overview of management options for femoral pseudoaneurysms (observation, compression, thrombin injection).

Main Results:

  • Peripheral aneurysms can present asymptomatically or with symptoms like ischemia or rupture.
  • Advanced imaging is essential for characterizing aneurysm size, thrombus, and vascular inflow/outflow.
  • Surgical and endovascular approaches are available for repair, with tailored options for specific locations.

Conclusions:

  • Peripheral aneurysms necessitate repair when symptomatic or large.
  • Accurate imaging is key to planning effective treatment.
  • Various surgical and endovascular techniques, alongside specific interventions for femoral pseudoaneurysms, offer effective management options.